Search Flights from Muenster/Osnabrueck (Münster Osnabrück Intl.) to Leipzig/Halle

Münster and Osnabrück are two cities that are located in close proximity to each other, with one in North Rhine-Westphalia and one in Lower-Saxony in north-west Germany. These two neighboring cities share an airport. Travelers who plan to visit these two cities use Münster Osnabrück International Airport. Münster is quite small, in terms of surface area, so it is easy to explore the city on foot. Nevertheless, public transport in the city is well developed.

You can purchase tickets for public transportation alternatives from sales offices or various markets. The most commonly used means of public transportation in the city are buses. There are also train lines that provide transportation services to many parts of the city. These line are also used for intercity transportation.

The central railway station in the city (Münster Hauptbahnhof) is the main junction of the train lines and is located in the city center, as is the case in many German cities. Bicycles are another common means of transportation in Münster. In Osnabrück, the area known as the city center is called Neumarkt and almost all the buses pass through this area.

Buses provide almost all of the urban transportation in Osnabrück. In addition to buses, just like in Münster, traveling by bicycle is a highly preferred alternative. Those who want to travel by bus can purchase tickets from the automated machines from the central terminal, which is located in Neumarkt. You can also get more information regarding the bus schedules and fares at this terminal.

The central railway station is located about 10 minutes from the city center. However, only intercity services are available from this station.

Transportation to the Airport from Münster

Münster is located about 25 km from the airport. Münster Osnabrück International Airport is accessible by public transportation, such as buses and trains. It takes an average of 20 to 30 minutes to get to the airport from the city center by public transportation. Almost all of these vehicles depart from the city center. In addition to public transport, the airport is also accessible by taxi or rental car.

Bus

One of the most affordable public transportation alternatives to get to the airport from Münster is by bus. The easiest way to access the airport buses is to go to the city center. Bus line D50 Directbus provides transportation from the Münster Central Railway Station to the airport in approximately twenty minutes. Bus line S50 Schnellbus provides transportation to the airport from the central railway station. After the airport this bus continues in the direction of Ibbenbüren. If you are traveling to the airport from Ibbenbüren then you can use this bus and get to the airport in a short amount of time. The interregional bus R51 departs from the central railway station, passes through the Sprakel and Greven regions, and gets to the airport in about 50 minutes. This line takes longer to get to the airport because it stops in other regions.

Train

The train lines in Germany, known as S-Bahn and operated by Deutsche Bahn (German Railways), are another transportation alternative in the city that have a very important role in urban transport. In Münster there is no direct train service from the city to the airport. However, the airport is accessible from train stations located in close proximity to the terminal via short connection lines. In addition, there are three main train lines that provide transport services throughout Münster.

The first line, known as the red line, provides transportation between the Hafen (Halle Münsterland), Hauptbahnhof (central railway station), Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), and Grevener Straße stations.

The second line, known as the yellow line, provides transportation between the Warendorfer Straße, Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), and Schützenhof (Hammer Straße) stations.

The third line, known as the blue line, provides transportation between the Wolbecker Straße, Servatiiplatz, Lambertikirche (Prinzipalmarkt), Neubrückenstraße, Stadttheater, Stadthalle, and Nordplatz stations. Trains begin operating at 6 am until 12 am. Depending on the time of day the trains will run every 6 to 12 minutes.

Taxi

One of the most convenient and most reliable transportation alternatives to get to the airport from the city center is by taxi. There many taxi stands located throughout the city.

Rental Car

Another convenient way to get to the airport is by rental car. There are many Rent a Car offices located throughout the city. A more practical way to rent a car is to make a reservation online. If you have time before your flight, you can also rent a bicycle from one of the many companies to explore many parts of the city by bike.

Transportation to the Airport from Osnabrück

Osnabrück is located about 35 km from the airport. Therefore, transportation between the city and the airport is a bit more expensive and takes longer when compared to Münster. Nevertheless, Münster Osnabrück International Airport is accessible by bus, taxi, or rental car.

Bus

In order to travel to the airport you have to first go to the city center. Shuttle bus x150 departs from the “Bussteig 3” bus stop in the city center, providing transportation between the Osnabrück central railway station and the airport. The fare for this bus is a bit more expensive compared to bus fares for urban transport. Bus x150 runs frequently throughout the day and is an on-time and reliable service.

You can find the daily schedule for this line on the internet. Line x150 continues to run after midnight. In addition to day buses run by Stadtwerke Osnabrück, there are night buses (Nachtbus) that run after midnight on Fridays and Saturdays.

There are 24 buses that operate in the city and 10 different buses that provide intercity transportation. The vast majority of these lines provide access to the city center.

Taxi

One of the most convenient transportation alternatives to get to the airport from the city center is by taxi. You can easily find a taxi from the taxi stops in the city.

Rental Car

Another way to get to the airport is by rental car. There are various rental car offices located in the city. You can also arrange your rental vehicle in advance by making a reservation online.

If you’re not in a hurry we would recommend using a bike as a transportation alternative. You can rent a bicycle from many offices throughout the city.

Airport Information

Münster Osnabrück International Airport is located near the town of Greven. The airport is used to provide transportation to the cities of Münster and Osnabrück, and smaller towns nearby. The airport is well-maintained, clean, and has a beautiful view and good service quality. Münster Osnabrück International Airport is a rather small airport, serving passengers out of one terminal building.

The building is divided into two; Terminal 1 for arrivals and Terminal 2 for departures. The ground floor contains check-in counters and travel agencies. The second floor contains waiting areas, a terrace, and various services. These include restaurants offering a rich selection of food and beverage options from different cuisines, stylishly decorated boutique cafes, and duty-free shops where you can find a variety of luxury goods.

Leipzig is the largest city in the German state of Saxony. It is also the most industrially advanced city in the region. Another city in the state of Saxony is Halle, which is much smaller compared to Leipzig. Both cities share a common airport. Those traveling to these cities fly into the Leipzig/Halle Airport.

Leipzig, like most German cities, is very convenient to explore by bike. Leipzig is surrounded by beautiful rivers and canals and there are designated bike paths in almost every part of the city. There are a variety of public transportation alternatives in the city. The tram provides access to almost every part of Leipzig. In addition, there are train and bus routes that provide transportation to almost every part of the city. The LVB (Leipzig Transport Company) runs the public transportation network in the city.

You can buy tickets for public transportation vehicles from the company’s private offices. With one ticket you can travel within the city, including zone 110, for one hour and transfer between vehicles as much as you want. You can also purchase tickets from ticket machines located in many stations, and coin-operated ticket machines located in the trams, news stands, convenience stores, or stationary stores. You can also purchase a Leipzig Card at an LVB office or the Tourist Information in Leipzig. If you plan to use public transportation frequently in the city then these cards will be more affordable. The Leipzig Card even offers special discounts on guided tours of the city and discounts on admission to museums and cultural events. There are a variety of card types you can purchase, ranging from 1-day tickets to 3-day tickets, and 3-day group tickets. If you don’t want to use public transportation in the city then you can take a taxi or rent a car to get around Leipzig. The most preferred public transportation system in Halle is the tram. The Halle (Saale) Hauptbahnhof is the main railway station located in the city center. This station operates both inter-city trains and regional trains.

You can purchase a ticket to use on the public transportation system in Halle from the red ticket machines located in most stations. There are different ticket types available; you can purchase a single-use ticket, a ticket that is valid for 4 1-hour trips, or a one-week unlimited use ticket.

Transportation to Leipzig from the airport

There are many ways to get to the Leipzig city center from the airport. The airport provides special shuttle services that you can take advantage of. Other transportation alternatives include public transportation, such as the train or bus, or taxis, and rental cars.

Shuttle

The airport shuttle services provided by Leipzig/Halle Airport are the most comfortable method of transportation to get to your destination in the city after you land. These shuttles have the capacity to accommodate a maximum of 8 people and provide door-to-door transportation. This service offers a stress-free way to get to the city, departing soon after you land. To book the airport shuttle service you need to make a reservation at least one week before your flight.  

Train (S-Bahn)

Trains depart from the train station located right next to the airport and provide transportation to the central railway station, Leipzig Hauptbahnhof. There are two lines that run from the airport to the city. The Intercity (IC) line runs every 20-30 minutes. The inter-city train lines S5 and S5x run every 30 minutes and pass through the Leipzig Messe Train Station. The S5 or S5x trains are more affordable than the IC trains.

The S-Bahn train runs north to south in Leipzig, passing through the city center and stopping at the main train station, Bayerischer Train Station, and underground stations in Markt and Wilhelm-Leuschner Platz.

These trains also provide transportation to other parts of the city such as Connewitz, Stötteritz, Thekla and Miltitzer Allee.  

Bus

Buses are another transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. Buses run every 30 minutes and take approximately 30 minutes to get to the city center. There over 30 bus lines that operate throughout the city. Keep in mind that bus fares are more expensive when compared to the train. Most buses operate from 5:30 am to midnight.

The night bus, Nachtbus, begins operating after midnight. There are 10 night buses that operate throughout the city; these buses are appropriately named, from N1 to N10. These buses provide transportation between the city center and remote areas of the city. The majority of these buses overlap with certain sections of the main tram network.

Tram

Unfortunately there is no direct access to the airport by tram. However, the tram is frequently used for urban transportation. The tram provides access to many central parts of the city. There are many trams that operate throughout the day, running every 30 minutes and even more frequently during peak hours. After midnight the tram runs every hour. The tram fare is cheaper when compared to trains.

After 8 pm passengers must enter the vehicle through the front door and show the driver their ticket. There are a total of 13 tram lines that operate throughout the city.

The tram network is shaped like a star with a circle in the middle. The tram network runs from the outskirts of the city into the city center.

Rental Car

There are various rental car companies located at the airport. You can rent a car once you land or book a vehicle in advance by making a reservation online. However, keep in mind that there is heavy traffic in the city and access to parts of the city by car is limited. Therefore we wouldn’t recommend renting a car because it isn’t the best way to get around in the city.

Taxi

Taxis are a convenient transportation alternative to get to the city center. Taxis are readily available in front of Terminal B. However taxi fares are quite expensive and a taxi to the city center takes about as long as the train does. 

Transportation to Halle from the airport

One of the most practical transportation alternatives to get to Halle from the airport is by train. Another practical option is to utilize the shuttle services provided by the airport. You can also get to the city by taxi or rental car.

Shuttle

Just like in Leipzig, there are special shuttle services organized by the airport that provide door-to-door transportation. These vehicles have a maximum passenger capacity of 8 people. To use this service you need to make a reservation at least one week before your flight.

Train (S-Bahn)

After you land you can access the train by following the signs that read “Airport Central Train Station”. Trains run about every 30 minutes and get to the city center in approximately 11 minutes. You can purchase tickets for the train at the station.

The train is referred to as the S-Bahn. The S7 line provides transportation between the following stations: Halle-Nietleben, Halle-Neustadt, Halle Zscherbener Straße, Halle Südstadt, Halle-Silberhöhe, Halle Rosengarten, and Halle (Saale) Hauptbahnhof.

Bus

Buses also have an important role in urban transportation in the city. In fact there are inter-city buses you can take to travel to neighboring cities, especially from Halle to Leipzig. If you are planning on going to a city near Halle then consider taking the bus.

Rental Car

Renting a car is another transportation alternative to get to the city. There are various rental car companies located at the airport. You can also book your vehicle in advance by making a reservation online.

Taxi

Taxis are a comfortable transportation alternative to get to the city center from the airport. You can find taxis waiting outside of Terminal B.